2 Best Internet Providers in 25211, WV

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Above are the top 4 providers in 25211, WV for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 25211, WV?

Frontier Communications is the best internet provider in 25211 based on West Virginia customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Frontier Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 25211, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Frontier Communications is an option for 97.40% of the zip.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 25211, West Virginia, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in 25211

Local, State, and National Ratings for all 25211 Internet Providers

Based on 9 reviews from West Virginia internet customers, Frontier Communications is the best internet service provider for 25211 residents. Frontier Communications was rated at an average of 2.38 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. HughesNet wins for second-place in West Virginia, with 2.00 out of 5 stars and 97.4% coverage in 25211.

At a national level, based on 187 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, US Cellular is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.61 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 25211?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Frontier Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Viasat should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 25211

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Frontier Communications	115 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps
	US Cellular	10 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 25211

Based on data reported by 25211 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Viasat. The company offers speeds up to 115 Mbps in 25211. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 100 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Frontier Communications. This indicates Frontier reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 25211?

West Virginia customers rate Frontier Communications as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Frontier Communications received a local rating of 2.50 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. HughesNet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 25211 customers with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in 25211, West Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in 25211

25211 Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 25211 below, including the metrics used and how 25211 compares to the rest of West Virginia and nation.

25211 ISP Report Card: F

	Metric (hover for details)	25211	West Virginia	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 25211 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	0.00%	54.33%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	97 Mbps	3,623 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 25211.	1.6	5.5	6.8

 

25211 Digital Connectivity Index: 51 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	25211	West Virginia	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	3.1	2.5	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	25%	9%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	85%	90%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	82%	85%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	50%	69%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	62%	71%	76%

25211 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in 25211 is F, which is comparable to other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 25211 is high with a score of 51 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 25211 have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The 25211 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

82% of 25211 households have an internet connection despite having 97.40% availability. 50% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 8% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 50% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 62% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of 25211 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 25211?

How Much Speed does a 25211 Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 25211 is 3.1, which is larger than the West Virginia average of 2.5 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 25211's average household income is $31,313 which is much lower than the West Virginia average of $63,443 and much lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.

25211 also has 25% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the West Virginia average of 14%. Additionally, 25% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 9% of residents in West Virginia who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 25211 has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, 25211 households are much more technology-disengaged. 85% of households have some sort of computing device, 55% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 84% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 25211?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in 25211, WV.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 25211?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in 25211, WV.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 25211?

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 25211?

Which ISP Should You Choose in 25211?

The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:

• The best all-around internet service provider in 25211 is Frontier.
• The fastest internet provider should be Viasat. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Frontier Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in 25211 is Frontier.
• Frontier Communications, HughesNet, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in 25211, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does 25211 compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how 25211 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 25211's F ISP Report Card and 51 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.